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Technology · 11 July 2026

Boko Haram factions use major AI tools for attack planning

Boko Haram factions use major AI tools for attack planning

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A new study reveals that Boko Haram factions are using advanced AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini for various operations, including designing explosives and planning attacks. Former members confirmed the groups have specialist AI units and receive training from foreign operatives. These findings challenge previous beliefs that terrorist groups' AI use was limited to propaganda.

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